When I first saw the commercials, I thought to myself, "X-files with a chick who's less hot than Gillian Anderson and the black guy who steals thoughts from Heroes." Then I realized all women are less hot than Gillian Anderson and that wasn't the guy from Heroes. Disappointing all around.

It's actually alright. Just lacking in subtlety. The writers think that by making the phenomenon 'science-y' then that eliminates the need for mystery and ambiguity to curb viewer disbelief. The X-Files was such a success because most of the time the fantastical element is never fully revealed and the facts remain in question. Fringe just slaps you in the face and says "There's something fantastic, laid bare, no question - deal with it". To me that sort of spoils the fun.It's really only saved by the crazy old professor guy who's absolutely hilarious.

I love Gillian too. As an adolescent I used to watch her on the show and then retreat to my bedroom for hours at a time. She made a man of me

Everything is on Tuesdays, The Simpsons, then Worst Week which I think is a terrible show and I don't watch it, but after that is How I Met Your Mother, then Bones and then Ashes to Ashes, which is a spin-off from Life on Mars, the first show wasn't all too good but I think I'll keep watching it anyway.

Farking amazing. Really bammed it up a notch, and the pudgy dude(What's he been in recently? Was he in Chuck not that long ago?)'s story was pretty sad. The fight between Echo and FBI dude was freaken awesome, as was the "Look out he's got a gun" bit. I hope this one has staying power and doesn't get cancelled. Also, can't help by squeee BADGER! whenever he comes on screen, i love how Joss recycles his cast. ^_^

Ahh that is better. Nearly gave up there Mr Wheadon but episode six has given me hope again. Hell now I think of it most of his series take a little time to warm up, both Buffy and Angel did not really hit their stride til the second seasons. Let's hope that now it is more interesting it will not be canceled.

Other TV shinnanigans. Watch Nathen Barley over the weekend, nice to see a show by Chris Morris and Charlie Brooker. Lots of fun and also quite scary that I have met quite a few people who are just like many of the characters in the show. The idiots are winning.

Finally for those who do not know and live in the UK. The Wire starts on 30th March BBC2 and it appears they will be showing it throughout the week. So if yu have not seen the show please watch it is well woth it

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